Highlighted Choice
This Satirical Thriller
The filmmaker's daring satire addresses the tyranny of feminine aesthetics as well as the feared consequences of advancing years. Demi Moore offers an inspired portrayal as Elisabeth, a mature celebrity demoted to starring in a fitness program on the small screen. Pushed out by her unscrupulous employer Harvey, played by Dennis Quaid, she seeks out a secretive and gruesome treatment known as the Substance. This produces a youthful duplicate called Sue, resulting in a progressively parasitic dynamic between them. October 17th, the streaming service Paramount+
The Woman in Cabin 10 Film
This suspenseful thriller stars the talented actress in the role of Laura, an ace reporter who decides to take a hiatus from writing about international wars to board a high-end voyage with a terminally ill Scandinavian billionaire and philanthropist, her partner, and other filthy rich guests. However when a mysterious woman goes overboard one night and the entire crew denies she ever existed, the reporter's sleuthing skills awaken. Out now, Netflix
This Supernatural Story
Soderbergh tests his film-making abilities in this nifty paranormal narrative filmed completely from the viewpoint of the phantom. As a family including mother Rebekah and her distressed teen Chloe occupies their fresh home, the lens – representing the ghost – follows them around. The daughter appears sensing the supernatural presence, and it looks like guarding her. Yet what is the reason? The premise is enjoyable that remains concise, including a revelation that may be unexpected. Saturday 11 October, multiple showings, Sky Cinema
This Self-Referential Film
Cage wholeheartedly adopts his cult stardom in this autobiographical spoof. He portrays a narcissistic celebrity named Nicolas Cage who agrees to a million-dollar gig to visit a celebration at a Mediterranean location for the wealthy Javi Gutierrez. Hired by the intelligence agency to spy on the potential kingpin, Cage's “nouveau shamanic acting ability” is put to the test. Saturday 11 October, evening, on Channel 4
The Black Phone Horror
Derrickson's claustrophobic thriller stands strong despite the lack of a continuation. Located in 1970s Colorado, a series of kidnappings has made the children on edge. After Finney gets captured by “the Grabber” and locked up in a basement, he dreads a terrible outcome. However, the old telephone on the wall keeps ringing, with eerie communicators offering help, as the intuitive nightmares from his sibling Gwen could save him. A genuinely scary movie. October 11th, nighttime, Film4
This Dramatic Portrait
In the conflict between spirituality and money, the winner is obvious for materialism in Michael Showalter's brilliantly over-the-top biopic of the disgraced religious broadcaster and her felon spouse. The actor portrays the venal Jim, who declares early on, asserting religious justification for riches. The couple commence capitalizing on the nation's Christian beliefs. It's an extravaganza of poor styling, bad makeup and bad faith, yet the lead actress achieves to show Tammy Faye in a likable light. Next Tuesday, late night, on Film4
The Spy Mystery
This week's second offering from Steven Soderbergh presents a espionage tale as sharp as the polo necks worn by Fassbender's British agent. He is tasked with uncovering a double agent among the team from five suspects – one of whom is his own wife. Each performer are experts of calm composure, so a delicious mental battle of deception or honesty develops. Additional actors take part the smart espionage amusement. October 17th, various showings, Sky Cinema Premiere
